ASN Wikibase Occurrence # 296891
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| Date: | Saturday 27 July 2002 |
| Time: | 10:20 LT |
| Type: | Fleet 7 Deluxe |
| Owner/operator: | Private |
| Registration: | N790V |
| MSN: | 372 |
| Engine model: | Kinner R-55 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 2 |
| Aircraft damage: | Substantial |
| Category: | Accident |
| Location: | Canyon, Texas -
 United States of America
|
| Phase: | Unknown |
| Nature: | Private |
| Departure airport: | Amarillo, TX (2TX0) |
| Investigating agency: | NTSB |
| Confidence Rating: |  Accident investigation report completed and information captured |
The pilot performed a preflight inspection and engine run-up, which included a magneto check, prior to takeoff and found no anomalies with the airplane. He stated that the takeoff roll was approximately 600 feet before the airplane was airborne and the flight then climbed to 5,000 feet. He stated that the airplane was in cruise flight (smooth air) when the engine experienced a "sudden power loss." As the pilot pumped the throttle in attempts to restart the engine, he observed "raw gas" coming from the exhaust stacks. The pilot also attempted to restart the engine on different magneto positions, but was unsuccessful. Subsequently, a forced landing was executed to a field. Examination of the engine revealed that the ignition switch was inoperative.
Probable Cause: The loss of engine power as a result of the malfunction of the magneto switch.
Accident investigation:
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Sources:
NTSB FTW02LA220
Revision history:
| Date/time | Contributor | Updates |
|---|---|---|
| 14-Oct-2022 12:00 | ASN Update Bot | Added |
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